Tracking Number
Category: logistics
A unique code assigned to a shipment for monitoring its transit status online.
A tracking number is a unique identifier assigned to a shipment that allows both sender and recipient to monitor the package's journey from origin to destination. Tracking numbers are provided by carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS, USPS, 4PX) and can be tracked via carrier websites or aggregators like 17track.
Examples
- • Amazon requires sellers to provide tracking numbers for all shipped orders.
- • Tracking aggregators like 17track.com can track packages across multiple carriers simultaneously.
- • Marketplace sellers must upload tracking numbers within the required timeframe to avoid penalties.